Tyldesley Rugby Club

It’s Okay to Talk.

We’re incredibly proud to announce that Andy’s Man Club will be launching at Tyldesley RUFC from 7th September.

Every Monday at 7:00pm, our clubhouse will become a place where men can come together, talk openly, and know they’ll be listened to. No judgement. No pressure. Just support when it’s needed most.

These sessions are open to everyone – you don’t have to be a member of the rugby club. Whether you’re a player, supporter, friend, family member, or someone from the local community, you’ll always be welcome.

At Tyldesley, we believe a rugby club should be more than just a place to play sport. It should be a place where people look out for one another, on and off the pitch. If you’re struggling, we hope you’ll feel able to walk through our doors. And if you’re not, please share this with someone who might need it.

Together, we can help make sure that no man has to face life’s struggles alone.

Andys Man Club

We are delighted to announce the appointments of Ben Dicky as 1XV Captain and Danny Bez as 1XV Vice-Captain for the upcoming season.

Ben leads from the front with unwavering commitment, relentless determination and the ability to inspire those around him, making him the ideal person to lead our club.

Danny has earned the respect of everyone through his exceptional work ethic, high standards and selfless approach, consistently putting the team before himself.

Together, they embody the values of Tyldesley Rugby Club, leading with humility, accountability and purpose both on and off the field.

Their influence will be instrumental in driving the standards, culture and ambition of our squad throughout the season.

Congratulations to Ben and Danny on their well-deserved appointments.

🤝 NEW PLATINUM SPONSOR ANNOUNCEMENT 🤝

🔵⚪️ Tyldesley Rugby Club is delighted to welcome Dootson & Harrison Funeral Services as an official Platinum Sponsor.

Based in the heart of Tyldesley, Dootson & Harrison are an independent, family-run funeral director with over 20 years of experience supporting local families.

They provide compassionate, professional care and personalised funeral services with dignity, respect and understanding, making a real difference to our community when it matters most. Available 24 hours a day, they are always on hand to support local families at 01942 883643.

We’re incredibly proud to have Dootson & Harrison supporting the club as one of our Platinum Sponsors. Partnerships like this are vital in helping us continue to grow both on and off the field, and we’re grateful for their commitment as we head into the new season.

Please join us in giving Dootson & Harrison Funeral Services a warm Tyldesley Rugby Club welcome. 🔵⚪️

A familiar face is back where he belongs! 🔵⚪️

Returning to Tyldesley with a wealth of experience, Joe is excited to help develop our young squad and continue building a competitive, welcoming club culture.

His philosophy is simple: “Strong teams are close friends with great communication, who put the team first and work towards a shared goal.”

He’s looking forward to reconnecting with familiar faces on and off the pitch, and helping drive the club forward this season.

Welcome back to Bongs, Joe we’re delighted to have you back in blue and white!

Tyldesley Golf Day 2026

Last Friday 60+ players/members took part in a fantastic Texas Scramble format competition.

Some great golf on show but it’s clear some lads should stick to rugby!

Great afternoon and thank you once again for Whitefield Golf Club for being so accommodating as ever.

Winners:

1st Place- Team Hafferty Interiors
2nd Place- Team Ben Dicky
3rd Place- Team Gorton’s Heating

Wooden Spoon- Team Charlie Dicky

Same again next year!

The work starts now. 💙🏉

Pre-season is all about building fitness, sharpening skills, and laying the foundations for the season ahead. These fixtures are our chance to test ourselves, grow as a squad, and be ready when it matters.

📍 Away vs Dukinfield – 15.08.26 2.15pm
📍 Home vs St Edward’s OB – 22.08.26 2.15pm

We look forward to seeing plenty of support as we begin the journey together.

Up The Bongs! 🔵⚪️

We’re delighted to have Alfie as part of the Tyldesley RUFC team.

From day one, Alfie has created a professional and welcoming environment, becoming a valued member of our coaching and support staff. His knowledge, dedication and genuine care for the players have played a huge role in keeping the squad fit, healthy and performing at their best throughout the season.

Always approachable, reliable and willing to go the extra mile, we’re incredibly grateful for everything he brings to the club. We look forward to continuing our partnership throughout the 2026/27 season.

We asked Alfie about his time at Tyldesley RUFC, and here’s what he had to say:

“I’ve loved my time working at Tyldesley RUFC. There is a great environment at the club where everybody makes you feel welcome! Working collaboratively with the coaching staff, players and everyone behind the scenes to ensure safety and fitness for the whole team, all working together to achieve one goal – winning on the pitch! Looking forward to the 26/27 season at this great club! A massive thank you to everyone at the club for putting their trust in me and making me feel a part of the team!”

We’re excited to have you back for another season, Alfie! 💙🖤

🔵⚪ Tyldesley RUFC are delighted to announce Ben Devlin as our new 1st Team Manager and Chris Plimley as our new 2nd Team Manager.

Two proud Tyldesley men with a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for the club!

We asked both to share what their appointments mean to them:

Ben Devlin:

“After 25 years of playing, it’s time to step away. After the last three seasons as player-manager of the 2nd team, it seemed like the perfect time to hang up the boots and take on the role of 1st Team Manager.”

Chris Plimley:

“I’m really happy to be back involved with the 2nd team this season.

Hopefully I can inspire the group to understand what it means to play for this club and, together with Tom, we can develop the next generation of Tyldesley players.”

Congratulations, Ben and Chris. We can’t wait to see what lies ahead for both teams.

Up The Bongs! 🔵⚪

Tyldesley RUFC are delighted to welcome David Sivil to the coaching team in a Coach & Player Development role.

David brings a wealth of experience and a real passion for helping players improve, build confidence and enjoy their rugby. His focus on developing potential, strengthening the team environment and sharpening game understanding will be a huge asset across the club.

Here’s what David had to say:

“I’m delighted to be on board helping out the coaching team and the players. As a group we look forward to building those connections and the lads playing with a smile on their face. Up the Bongs!”

We’re excited to have David on board and can’t wait to see the positive impact he’ll have throughout the season.